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Book Synopsis: The only known tattoo art that has survived from The Black Eye Barbershop in New York, where Samuel J. O’Reilley’s modern-day electric tattoo machine was born and patented.
Between these pages are images of the original acetate rubbings from Charlie Wagner’s turn of the 20th century tattoo shop, The Black Eye Barbershop, in the Bowery at Chatham Square in New York. The imagery of this classic flash preserves the origins of American tattoos—when tattoo art was transferred to the client from these templates via an acetate stencil. Everything was done by hand until O’Reilley’s electrified tattoo machine changed history.
More than 900 individual pieces of flash that provide commentary on the shop’s clientele and reveal some of the social, economic, and political ideas of the time. Includes nautical themes, Asian imagery, flowers, boxers, circus characters, and plenty of girls.
Author Cliff R. White has been researching and collecting tattoo memorabilia for almost 30 years. This is an exciting collection of early American flash and a necessary book for the tattoo artist, aficionado, and student.
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Introducing Flash from the Bowery: Classic American Tattoos, 1900-1950 - the ultimate treasure trove for tattoo enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Dive into the rich legacy of tattoo art with this remarkable book that captures the essence of a bygone era.
Step back in time and experience the allure of The Black Eye Barbershop, the birthplace of Samuel J. O'Reilley's iconic electric tattoo machine. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Charlie Wagner's turn-of-the-century tattoo shop, located in the vibrant Bowery at Chatham Square in New York. Delve into the history of American tattoos as you witness the artistry of transferring designs from original acetate rubbings to a client's skin using an acetate stencil.
Within the pages of Flash from the Bowery, you'll find an enchanting collection of over 900 individual pieces of flash. Each piece serves as a captivating commentary on the shop's clientele, offering a glimpse into the social, economic, and political ideas that shaped the time. From mesmerizing nautical themes to evocative Asian imagery, delicate flowers to fierce boxers, whimsical circus characters to alluring girls, this book showcases the immense breadth of American tattoo art during this era.
Authored by the renowned Cliff R. White, a dedicated collector and researcher of tattoo memorabilia for nearly three decades, Flash from the Bowery is an indispensable addition to any tattoo artist's arsenal. This captivating collection not only celebrates the heritage of American tattoos but also serves as an essential resource for enthusiasts seeking inspiration and knowledge.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of tattoo history. Expand your understanding of the art form that has left an indelible mark on culture and society. Order your copy of Flash from the Bowery: Classic American Tattoos, 1900-1950 today and embark on a journey through time like never before.
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